Signs

1. Karaa seensaa

   Entrance

   Usage

   Posted at the entrance of buildings and facilities. This word is confirmed in only one travel phrasebook; a native check is advisable.

2. Karaa bahaa

   Exit

   Usage

   Posted at the exit of buildings and facilities.

3. Seenuun dhorkaadha

   Do not enter

   Usage

   Posted where entry is forbidden.

4. Dhaabi

   Stop

   Usage

   The road sign for stop.

5. Balaa

   Danger

   Usage

   Posted at hazards. Balaa also means accident.

6. Balaa tasaa

   Emergency

   Usage

   Used on signs for the emergency room.

7. Banaa

   Open

   Usage

   Hung on a shop door.

8. Cufaa

   Closed

   Usage

   Hung on a shop door. The form cufamaa also occurs.

9. Bakka duwwaa

   Vacancy

   Usage

   Posted at the entrance of a lodging.

10. Bakki duwwaan hin jiru

    No vacancy

    Usage

    Posted at the entrance of a lodging.

11. Dhaabata atoobisii

    Bus stop

    Usage

    The sign for a bus stop. This word is confirmed in only one travel phrasebook; a native check is advisable.

12. Saffisa murta'aa

    Speed limit

    Usage

    The road sign for the speed limit. This word is confirmed in only one travel phrasebook; a native check is advisable.

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